Studious Collection

A Picture WITH Words by Chloe Preston
A studious looking little girl with spectacles balanced on her nose, sits among dictionaries as she works on countless crosswords

Ugandan school, Uganda, Africa

The library and reading room in the British Museum London UK
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Poster of Young Boy Reading a Book, 1927 (colour litho)
3036340 Poster of Young Boy Reading a Book, 1927 (colour litho) by Brubaker, Jon O. (1875-1953); (add.info.: Vintage poster for Book Week of a young boy reading by Jon O)

Saint Jerome in His Study, 1451. Creator: Antonio da Fabriano II
Saint Jerome in His Study, 1451. Saint Jerome (ca. 347-420 CE) was one of the four Latin Fathers of the Church (the others being Saint Augustine, Ambrose)

Two young women at a table, 1870. Creator: David Joseph Bles
Two young women at a table, 1870. One reads the Bible and does embroidery while the other teases a kitten with a yo-yo

Cable, Benjamin S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Cable, Benjamin S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Van Dyke, William, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 11. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Van Dyke, William, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 11

McKinley, S.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McKinley, S.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

'The Free Education Act -- The Sewing Class of Elder Girls, 1891. Creator: Paul Charles Renouard
'The Free Education Act -- The Sewing Class of Elder Girls, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Dibblee, Harrison, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913 or 1914. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Dibblee, Harrison, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913 or 1914

Childrens Room, Denver Public Library, East Denver High School, Colorado, c. 1895-1900 (b / w photo)
DPL415508 Childrens Room, Denver Public Library, East Denver High School, Colorado, c.1895-1900 (b/w photo) by Brooks, Percy E

A Pleasant Way to School (colour litho)
7181950 A Pleasant Way to School (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Pleasant Way to School)

William Howitt (oil on canvas)
3744507 William Howitt (oil on canvas) by Heaphy, Thomas (1775-1835) (after); 91.4x68.6 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

Interior view of three men in the library at the Peoples Institute, New York
MNY381197 Interior view of three men in the library at the Peoples Institute, New York, 1905 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 20.3x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Comic postcard, Boy reading Home Doctor book - kidney trouble Date: 20th century

Schoolgirls in uniform studying in a library. Date: circa 1965

Gentleman reading in his library (gouache on paper)
CHT206226 Gentleman reading in his library (gouache on paper) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Professor A. Prachov (1846-1916), 1879 (oil on canvas)
BAL167024 Portrait of Professor A. Prachov (1846-1916), 1879 (oil on canvas) by Kramskoy, Ivan Nikolaevich (1837-87); 88.5x69 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Academic Studying (oil on canvas)
CHT173385 Academic Studying (oil on canvas) by Flemish School, (17th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Flemish, out of copyright

Princess Elizabeth in Prison. 1879 (oil on canvas)
RHC9690 Princess Elizabeth in Prison. 1879 (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 144.7x101.5 cm; Royal Holloway

Detail of a miniature human skeleton and sarcophagus, 1892-1901 (silver gilt
469728 Detail of a miniature human skeleton and sarcophagus, 1892-1901 (silver gilt) (see also 469725 to 469729) by Rouchomovsky, Israel (1860-1934); (add.info.: sarcophagus: Odessa 1896-1901)

King Edward VII when Prince of Wales (b / w photo)
6032055 King Edward VII when Prince of Wales (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Clergyman, c. 1800 (oil on canvas)
3601713 The Clergyman, c.1800 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 92.5x71.8 cm; Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum, Worcestershire, UK; English, out of copyright

Lines Written on a Distant View of Penholding (engraving)
3625202 Lines Written on a Distant View of Penholding (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lines Written on a Distant View of Penholding)

Man drawing a sculpture in the hall of the Royal Academy of Arts in Somerset House
GHL165403 Man drawing a sculpture in the hall of the Royal Academy of Arts in Somerset House, 1810 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); 20x

Girl Writing; Jeune Fille Ecrivant, (oil on canvas)
653178 Girl Writing; Jeune Fille Ecrivant, (oil on canvas) by Durenne, Eugene Antoine (1860-1944); 62x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl Writing; Jeune Fille Ecrivant)

The Hardworking Student (engraving)
3648041 The Hardworking Student (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hardworking Student)

Portrait of Thomas Gray (1716-71) c. 1731 (oil on canvas)
FIT167229 Portrait of Thomas Gray (1716-71) c.1731 (oil on canvas) by Pond, Arthur (c.1700-58) (attr. to); 126x101.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Meditation, 1875 (pencil and w / c on paper)
695566 Meditation, 1875 (pencil and w/c on paper) by Brewtnall, Edward Frederick (1846-1902); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Old women with book (oil on canvas)
BFM286888 Old women with book (oil on canvas) by Maes, Nicolaes (1634-93); 109.2x89 cm; Schlossmuseum, Schloss Friedenstein, Gotha, Germany; Bildarchiv Foto Marburg

Astronomy, c. 1840-1850 (oil on canvas)
1772119 Astronomy, c.1840-1850 (oil on canvas) by Sant, James (1820-1916); 76.8x76.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Astronomy. James Sant (1820-1916). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1840-1850

Overcrowded classes at the Mardyke Primary School in South Ockendon, Essex 11th January 1954

Ping Pong the poodle, studying the contents of the A-Z of Dogs, written by dog owner Barbara Woodhouse of Croxley Green, Rickmansworth in an attempt to answer the many questions

Lesender Monch (Priest Reading), 1916. Creator: Lovis Corinth
Lesender Monch (Priest Reading), 1916

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Laotian schoolgirl, Elementary School, Vieng Vang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

A scholar in his Study (oil on canvas)
3086988 A scholar in his Study (oil on canvas) by Wyck, Thomas (1616-77); 33.5x31 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; English, out of copyright

A Boy Posed Reading Old Books; Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Bookkeeping class for men, Blackheath Road Evening Institute, London, 1914

Civil Service class for male students, Hammersmith Commercial Institute, London, 1913

Mechanical laboratory, Battersea Polytechnic, London, 1912

Girls in a classroom, Tollington Park Central School, London, 1915
Girls in an art class, Tollington Park Central School, London, 1915

The Politician, 1871. Artist: Jonathon Pratt
The Politician, 1871. A cobbler, with a half mended boot in his lap, studying a paper held in one hand with a pipe in the other. Another paper lies on the bench beside him along with his work tools

Portrait of the Artist, c1912 (1935). Artist: Ambrose McEvoy
Portrait of the Artist, c1912 (1935). Self portrait after the drawing by Ambrose McEvoy, A.R.A. From Modern Masterpieces Part 12. [George Newnes Ltd, London, 1935]

Writer, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Writer, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

Wireless Telegraphist, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Wireless Telegraphist, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

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"Embracing the World of Knowledge: A Global Perspective on Studiousness" In a world where knowledge knows no boundaries, studiousness becomes a universal language that transcends cultures and continents. From the vibrant classrooms of an Ugandan school in Africa to the serene reading room of the British Museum in London, education is cherished as a gateway to endless possibilities. As we delve into history, we discover portraits like William Heberden the Younger's, capturing an era when intellectual pursuits were revered. Even in black and white photographs from Denver Public Library's Childrens Room over a century ago, young minds are seen engrossed in books, paving their own path towards enlightenment. From "A Pleasant Way to School" lithograph showcasing children eagerly walking towards education to William Howitt's oil painting depicting scholarly devotion, these images remind us that learning is not just confined within four walls but can be found even amidst nature or at home libraries. The library at People's Institute in New York stands as a testament to community-driven learning spaces where individuals gather for collective growth. Meanwhile, comic postcards humorously highlight how even medical literature finds its way into our pursuit of knowledge. Across continents and generations alike, students donning uniforms immerse themselves in books within libraries; their dedication reflecting aspirations for personal growth and societal progress. And let us not forget gentlemen who find solace amidst shelves filled with wisdom - their private sanctuaries fostering deep contemplation. Finally, Professor A. Prachov's portrait serves as a tribute to educators whose passion ignites curiosity within countless souls yearning for intellectual nourishment. Through Chloe Preston's captivating picture-with-words journey around the globe – from Uganda to London; Colorado to New York – we witness how studiousness unites humanity by embracing diverse backgrounds while celebrating our shared thirst for knowledge.